| Hours to complete | 2.00 |
| No of pages | 10 |
| Published | October 2004 |
| See more in | Development planning |
| Author | Neil Harris, Lecturer in Statutory Planning, School of City and Regional Planning, Cardiff University |
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| Price | GBP 10.00 |
Material Considerations
Purpose
The concept of material considerations is central to the determination of planning applications. This action list considers this topic in detail.
Benefits
The range of planning considerations is determined by the scope of planning legislation and the decisions of the courts. It is important for planners to understand that a planning consideration will be a material consideration if it is relevant to a particular planning application or planning decision.
Audience
Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.
Learning method
A detailed action list offering an understanding of the key terms, context and background, and a series of action steps need to be taken which are material to a planning application. Additionally a comprehensive range of further reading is provided for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).





